Factor 55 Rope Retention Pulley (RRP) Review
Introducing the New Factor 55 Rope Retention Pulley (Snatch Block Alternative): New Recovery Gear We Finally Trail-Tested! Why do you need a pulley? The Snatch Block or Pulley is a…
Gear
In this category, we talk about off-road recovery gear, overland accessories, and general automotive gear. We also cover cooking, camping, hiking, biking, backpacking and exploring gear. It’s our goal to bring you the most up to date information regarding exploration gear and safety equipment. Most of this section has a focus on off-road recovery gear and Overlanding essentials like straps, recovery boards, spare fuel, compressors, shovels, fire extinguishers, and more.
Winter Camping Gear: 8 Basic Essentials For Overlanding & Off-Roading
Winter Camping in the 5th Gen 4Runner: 8 Essentials in Off-Road Gear and Accessories To Make This Your Favorite Time of Year to Camp Heading out for an adventure in…
DMOS Stealth Snow Shovel Review Plus a look at their Other Popular Product Options
Could this DMOS Stealth Shovel be the Best Off-Road Snow Shovel we have Seen Yet? Selecting new recovery gear can be both half the fun and half the frustration of…
Trail Impressions: SureCall Fusion2Go Max Cell Signal Booster
Detailed Review and Overview on the SureCall Fusion2Go Max Cell Phone Signal Service Booster The desire to spend time outdoors is usually paired with the desire to be out of…
VIAIR 88P Portable Air Compressor with Quick Release Air Chuck Mod
Using, Modifying, and Storing the VIAIR 88P Portable Air Compressor Reducing tire pressure, or “airing down” before hitting the trails for improved grip and a better ride is a common…
Best Black Friday Deals going on Right Now
Get Ready! These are the Best Black Friday Deals going on Right Now – 2019 Black Friday is here, let the deals begin! I spent the last couple of days…
X-Bull Traction Recovery Boards Review
X-Bull Traction Recovery Boards – A Must-Have Budget-Friendly Essential For the TRD Off-Road 5th Gen 4Runner When the discussion of traction boards you see on everyone’s rigs comes up, Maxtrax…
30 Overlanding Gear Essentials & Car Camping Accessories for 2020
Check out these Outdoor Gift Ideas for Your Next Overlanding Adventure This isn’t going to be your average overland accessories list. Instead of adding the basics like an ARB Deflator,…
Goal Zero Yeti 400 + Boulder 100 Briefcase
Goal Zero Yeti 400/“1200” Portable Power Station + Boulder 100 Briefcase Solar Panel Overview For the 5th Gen 4Runner The modern vehicle-based adventurer is more technically laden than ever before…
Bubba Rope PowerStretch Recovery Rope Review
Bubba Rope PowerStretch Recovery Rope and Gator Jaw Soft Shackles Review For the Off-Roader & Overlander Tow straps, recovery straps, chains, recovery ropes…what’s the difference? There are so many different…
Smittybilt On-Board Air Install – 5th Gen 4Runner
Smittybilt 2781cfm On-Board Air Compressor on the 5th Gen 4Runner (Passenger Side Mount) The Smittybilt 2781 is currently the highest CFM air compressor available other than the dual ARB compressor….
ARB Recovery Kit (RK9) – Full Review & Overview
ARB RK9 Recovery Kit Review For the 4Runner— All You Need in One Package For Your Off-Road Truck The Recovery Kit To Get Your 4Runner Out of Trouble — Everything…
Advanced First Aid Kit from My Medic – The MyFAK
MyFAK (My First Aid Kit) from My Medic – Full Review with Comparison to DIY First Aid Kit I recently wrote about the importance of being prepared for off-road emergencies,…
Blue Ridge Overland – 4Runner Storage Attic
Blue Ridge Overland Gear – Rear Cargo Adjustable Attic For Maximum Storage Space in the 5th Gen 4Runner Traveling with kids comes with all kinds of baggage, literally and figuratively….
Partner Steel Stove Review – Flat Surface Compact Camping Stove
Partner Steel – Cook Partner Stove Review: Camping Stove Designed for Compact Storage, Ease of Use, and Built like a Tank! The best thing about buying quality camping equipment is…
Magma Cookware Review – Compact Overlanding Camp Pots
Magma Cookware Review: Camping Pots and Pans For Gourmet Cooking Off the Beaten Path If you’re like me, there is nothing better than a meal cooked in the outdoors after…
Recovery Gear Essentials – Outfitting your rig and where to spend big
Recovery Gear Must-Haves – Outfitting your rig and where to spend big Wheeling is expensive, there’s no other way to put it. When I say wheeling, I’m not talking about…
Coyote Enterprises Automatic Tire Deflators – Full Review and Comparison
Airing down your tires before hitting the trail is a good way to increase traction, which is due to a larger contact patch that comes with lower air pressure. Airing…
DIY Emergency Off-Road Vehicle First Aid Kit
How to make your own high-quality DIY Vehicle First-Aid Kit with a Pelican 1120 case; Waterproof, Durable, and Dependable! As an Eagle Scout, I’m a firm believer in the Boy…
2-Way Inflation and Deflation System
DIY 2-Way Inflation and Deflation System – Step by Step Install and Overview This is my take on a 2-way inflation and deflation system for all four tires mounted…
Factor 55 FlatLink Rope Guard – Review & Overview
Introducing the Factor 55 Rope Guard – Wait, what is a rope guard for? Are they really worth $50? After our detailed overview of the Factor 55 FlatLink E and…
Factor 55 Hawse Fairlead (1″) Overview and Review
Factor 55 Fairleads – Which size is right for you? Following up on our last article about the Factor 55 FlatLink E, we wanted to briefly touch on fairleads and…
Factor 55 FlatLink E (Expert) Install & Overview
Everything you need to know about the Factor 55 FlatLink E – Install, Review, Overview and more When we ordered our C4 Fabrication Lo Pro bumper, we opted to add…
Coast Polysteel 600R & HX5R Review
Coast Polysteel 600R & Coast HX5R Review – Rechargeable and Alkaline Flashlights From Coast Portland I never thought I would be this stoked on some flashlights. Recently, Clint wrote an…
Safe Jack Recovery Kit + 6 Ton Bottle Jack
Safe Jack Recovery Kit + 6 Ton Bottle Jack Off Road Accessory: Intro & Quick Test On the 5th Gen 4Runner Introducing the Safe Jack Bottle Jack Recovery Kit +…
Coast FL78R/FL75 Headlamp Review
Everything you need to know about the Coast FL78R Headlamp, Very Similar to the FL75 and FL75R Probably the most versatile light to have in my opinion is a good…
ARB Digital Tire Deflator Review
ARB Digital Tire Deflator For Lower Air Pressure While Off-Roading & Trailing in the 5th Gen 4Runner A 5th Gen 4Runner is a trail capable vehicle right from the get-go….
ARB Awning Set-up, Assembly & Care
Setting up the ARB 2000 Awning & an Overview on Care When I first got the ARB 2000 awning, I was super excited but the instructions were a little less…
Victory 4×4 Center Console MOLLE Panel Install & Review
Victory 4X4 Center Console Accessory MOLLE Panel Installation & Review for the 5th Gen 4Runner Keep Items Close By, Accessible & Secured While Traveling & Trailing Sometimes an item appears…
Trail Comparison: Indeflate vs. MORRflate
Product and performance comparison of the Indeflate and MORRflate air management systems for the 5th Gen 4Runnner Air management is an important part of the off-road experience. Tire pressures can…